{"product_id":"aluminium-fuel-tank-bash-plate-ford-everest-ford-ranger-raptor-next-gen-2333-1889-1-6","title":"Aluminium Fuel Tank Bash Plate - Ford Everest \/ Ford Ranger Raptor Next Gen","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAluminium Fuel Tank Bash Plate — Ford Everest \/ Ranger Raptor Next Gen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel Tank Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInstallation Manual - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1PlbGZsjr7JY1rya8pWoqdj01nuZck40_\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're tracing the tracks along the Darling River, where black-soil plains turn treacherous after rain and hidden channels appear without warning, your Ford Everest or Ranger Raptor's fuel tank is hanging exposed beneath the rear chassis — a target for every rock, rut, and washed-out culvert. The RIVAL 4x4 Fuel Tank Bash Plate delivers precision-engineered protection for your fuel tank — a puncture here doesn't just mean an expensive repair, it means you're stranded in country where the next servo could be 300 kilometres away. Crafted from deep-stamped 6mm high-strength aluminium alloy, this 14 kg plate provides comprehensive coverage that matches the serious capability of these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Strength 6mm Aluminium Alloy Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Precision Fit — Vehicle-Specific Design for Everest \/ Ranger Raptor Next Gen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Fuel Tank Shielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Corrosion-Resistant Powder Coat Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ventilated Design for Airflow \u0026amp; Debris Drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Bolt-On Installation — No Drilling Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm Deep-Stamped High-Strength Aluminium Alloy (5251 grade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textured Matte Black Polymer Powder Coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct bolt-on to factory mounting points — no drilling or chassis modification required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford Everest Next Gen \/ Ford Ranger Raptor Next Gen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Aluminium Over Steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight Savings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium is approximately 40% lighter than steel, preserving your Everest or Raptor's payload capacity and GVM headroom for touring loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike steel, aluminium naturally forms a protective oxide layer. Combined with powder coating, your bash plate won't rust — even after years of salt-air exposure, water crossings, and red-dust trails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminium's natural flex absorbs and distributes impact energy across the plate rather than transferring sharp jolts directly to the fuel tank and chassis rails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Vehicle Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both the Everest and Raptor push GVM limits when loaded. Aluminium protection adds essential security without weight penalties that affect compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ 1x RIVAL Fuel Tank Bash Plate for Ford Everest \/ Ranger Raptor Next Gen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Complete Mounting Hardware \u0026amp; Fitting Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ High-Tensile Bolts \u0026amp; Fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Installation Instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy — suitable for home mechanics with basic tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard socket set, jack \u0026amp; stands or vehicle hoist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts directly to factory mounting points with no drilling, cutting, or permanent modification. Fully reversible installation that won't affect your vehicle's warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Australian Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ford Everest and Ranger Raptor are built for serious Australian adventures. Whether you're crossing the Gibb River Road's notorious river crossings, tackling Cape York's Old Telegraph Track, or simply navigating the corrugated roads that connect outback communities, your fuel tank is constantly exposed to impacts from below. In remote Australia, a damaged fuel tank isn't an inconvenience — it's an emergency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRIVAL bash plates are engineered for exactly these high-stakes conditions. The deep-stamped construction creates integrated stiffening ribs that provide up to two times the impact resistance of flat-plate designs. The powder coat finish resists UV degradation, salt corrosion, and the abrasive red dust that coats everything in the outback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-distance outback touring — Cape York, Gibb River Road, Simpson Desert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal driving where salt air accelerates corrosion on exposed components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTradies and fleet vehicles operating on construction sites, farms, and mining roads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerious off-road adventures including rock crawling, river crossings, and rutted tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily driving with peace of mind knowing your fuel tank is protected from road hazards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford Everest Next Gen \/ Ford Ranger Raptor Next Gen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel, 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariants:\u003c\/strong\u003e All trim levels for the specified model years. Verify fitment with your vehicle's build date and chassis number if unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy RIVAL 4x4?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-Based Operations \u0026amp; Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Local team, local warranty, local knowledge. Phone and email support from people who actually drive these tracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobally Engineered. Locally Proven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed using advanced CAD\/CAM and FEA stress analysis, then tested on Australia's toughest tracks to ensure real-world performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Strength Aluminium Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium 5251-grade alloy, deep-stamped for maximum rigidity, finished with durable polymer powder coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Australia-Wide Dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stocked locally for rapid delivery to metro, regional, and remote addresses across Australia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Dealer \u0026amp; Installation Network:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional fitting available through RIVAL's network of authorised dealers and 4x4 workshops across every state and territory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Everest or Raptor is built for adventure. Make sure your fuel supply can keep up. 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